From the Distillery
COCKTAILS
Stories, recipes, and reflections from our corner of Wiltshire exploring the craft, the landscape and the flavours that shape our spirits.
FROM THE DISTILLERY BAR
Each month, we create a new cocktail inspired by the season, the landscape and the spirits we make at Downton Distillery.
Some recipes revisit established classics. Others explore fresh ingredients, unusual flavour combinations and new ways to serve gin, vodka, liqueurs and eaux de vie. Every recipe includes clear measurements, practical techniques and guidance to help you make it confidently at home.
From crisp Martinis and refreshing summer serves to warming nightcaps and orchard-led cocktails, this is where we share what we are mixing behind the distillery bar.
COCKTAIL OF THE MONTH
Autumnal Martinez | Classic | Gin Cocktail
A rich, autumnal riff on the Martinez, combining Great Bustard Autumnal Gin, sweet vermouth, Downton Crème de Cassis and orange bitters. Dark fruit, orchard spice and bittersweet citrus.
Jardin éphémère | Spritz | Brandy Cocktail
Jardin Éphémère cocktail with elderflower, apple, Downton Eau de Vie de Cidre and Champagne. A fresh, aromatic orchard-inspired serve.
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Bright Orchard | Gin and Tonic | Gin Cocktail
A crisp winter Gin and Tonic using fresh apple, lemon, and light tonic. It is low in sugar, under 100 calories, and designed to lift your mood while keeping things...
Fireside Negroni | Gin Cocktail
The Fireside Negroni is Downton Distillery’s autumnal twist on the Italian classic a harmonious blend of Great Bustard Flight Strength Gin, Campari, sweet vermouth, Earl Grey tea, and a hint...
Grapefruit & Ginger Hot Toddy | Gin Cocktail
This Grapefruit and Ginger Hot Toddy brings sharp citrus and warm spice together. Fresh grapefruit lifts the aroma while ginger delivers heat and depth. The drink lands bright, soothing and...
Winter Jewel 75 | Champagne | Gin Cocktail
This Winter Jewel 75 builds a tight base of gin, citrus and seasonal spice, then lifts it with sparkling wine. The result is bright, crisp and quietly luxurious.
Dark As Night | Brandy Cocktail
The Dark as Night is a rich nightcap built on cognac, Cocchi Barolo Chinato and Nocino. It sits smooth in the glass with herbal depth, clean walnut warmth and a...
Hazelnut Alexander | Vodka Cocktail
This new serve from Ben Morley twists the Brandy Alexander by using our Hazelnut Vodka. Built for Christmas, it brings chocolate and raspberry into a rich, warming profile with a...
Hot Toddy | Long Drink | Gin Cocktail
A Gin Hot Toddy delivers warmth, citrus and spice in a clean, comforting serve. It suits cold evenings and highlights the botanicals in Explorer’s Gin. Easy to make, fast to...
Smoked Blood Orange Mimosa | Gin Cocktail
The Mimosa has a split heritage. Buck’s Club in London created the Buck’s Fizz in 1921, leaning heavily on Champagne. Paris followed in 1925 when Frank Meier at the Ritz...
